On February 26, 2022, The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has opted to extend an expiring emergency declaration providing regulatory relief for drivers hauling certain supplies during the pandemic. The FMCSA issued the extension through May 31, 2022, for an Emergency Declaration to provide relief from Parts 390 through … Read More
The Louisiana Department of Transportation (DOT) released the following regarding Mardi Gras oversize travel restrictions through Tuesday, March 1. Oversize and overweight vehicle movement, with the exception of permit loads that qualify for 24-hour movement, will be prohibited on all State highways in selected areas on Saturday, February 26, 2022, through … Read More
Winter storm “Landon” will produce snow, sleet and freezing rain, and is expected to impact a large part of the U.S. this week beginning Tuesday (Feb. 1) in the Rocky’s and moving east, before exiting sometime late Friday. The winter weather will spread from the Southern Rockies to the Plains, … Read More
The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) will begin winter load increases on unrestricted highways in the North frost zone at 12:01 AM on Saturday, December 18, 2021. Frost zones and restricted routes can be found on the MnDOT load limits map. Start and end dates and other load limit information … Read More
After reviewing and implementing a new fee for oversize/overweight permits which was effective Oct. 1, 2021, the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) will implement another increase in fees for overweight divisible loads effective Jan. 1, 2022. The increase comes after INDOT reviewed the 2014 Joint Transportation Research Program (JTRP) Report … Read More
It’s that time of year again. The midwest, northeast, mountain areas in the west and more are already experiencing winter weather, including snow, sleet and hail which make driving conditions challenging, especially for truck drivers. NHH Services put together some tips to help keep truck drivers and owner-operators prepared and … Read More
Company management, including our Chief Operating Officer and Business Developer will be at two different truck stops this week in Texas hosting a meet-and-greet to show appreciation for all truck drivers. COO, Jesse Merrell and Business Developer, Elise Brunson will treat drivers with new company gear and other giveaways on … Read More
Soon, NHH Services will have a new facility and truck yard for staff and drivers to enjoy in Tipton, Indiana. Company executives, employees and contractors have been working diligently to put some finishing touches on the new Indiana Operations Center. The property includes three acres which will consist of office … Read More
For the first time in three years, the allowable driver per diem is going up. The Internal Revenue Service said the per diem for transportation workers in the 2021-22 period will be rising to $69 for travel in the continental U.S. and up to $74 for travel outside the continental … Read More
CVSA has set August 22-28, 2021 as Brake Safety Week. The week-long inspection period will focus on brake systems and components. As always, proactively check and service your vehicle to ensure you are mechanically fit, compliant, and SAFE! During Brake Safety Week, commercial motor vehicle inspectors emphasize the importance of … Read More
